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Q. What’s it like to work with Phil Heath? Did you think he was going to win the 2011 Mr. Olympia when you saw his body while you were tanning him?
A. Phil Heath is one of the nicest men you will... more
Q. Is it true that the top names in fitness are actually completely naked when they get tanned before a contest? This seems like a dream job! How do I apply?
A. Everywhere I go, I constantly hear, “... more
Q. Is it true that whey protein can actually help you burn fat?
A. Last issue, I wrote about all of the underreported health benefits that make whey protein one of the healthiest foods you can eat,... more
Q. What is beta–alanine and how does it work?
A. Beta-alanine is a non-essential, non-structural (it doesn’t get used to build proteins like muscle) amino acid. It increases the body’s carnosine... more
Q. Mark, do the top pros actually use the supplements they endorse, or do they just use steroids? No bullshit, Gilly!
A. Anyone who’s been around a while in this industry knows plenty of guys use... more
Q. Do you use protein powder all the way up to the day of a show? If so, how much and how often each day?
A. Protein powder is a great choice to make meals more convenient, particularly for those... more